Egg rolls and eggrolls are crispy, savory, and versatile appetizers or snacks that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Originating from Chinese cuisine, these delightful treats consist of a thin wheat wrapper that is filled with a mixture of vegetables, meat, and sometimes noodles, then deep-fried until golden brown. The fillings can vary widely, allowing for endless possibilities to suit different tastes and preferences.
This article presents a collection of egg roll and eggroll recipes that cater to various dietary needs and flavor profiles. From classic pork and vegetable egg rolls to vegetarian spring rolls, and even a unique air fryer egg roll option, there's something for everyone to savor. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and cooking tips to ensure a successful and delicious outcome. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, these recipes will guide you towards creating mouthwatering egg rolls or eggrolls that will impress your family and friends.
BEST EGG ROLLS
These are fabulous as a side dish with stir-fry dishes. Serve warm with egg roll sauce or soy sauce if desired.
Provided by Angela Hamilton
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Wraps and Rolls Egg Roll Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Season pork with ginger and garlic powder and mix thoroughly. Heat mixture in a medium skillet, stirring, until pork is cooked through and no longer pink. Set aside.
- In another large skillet heat oil to about 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) or medium high heat. While oil is heating, combine flour and water in a bowl until they form a paste. In a separate bowl combine the cabbage, carrots and reserved pork mixture. Mix all together.
- Lay out one egg roll skin with a corner pointed toward you. Place about a 1/4 to 1/3 cup of the cabbage, carrot and pork mixture on egg roll paper and fold corner up over the mixture. Fold left and right corners toward the center and continue to roll. Brush a bit of the flour paste on the final corner to help seal the egg roll.
- Place egg rolls into heated oil and fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels or rack. Put on serving plate and top with sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 39.7 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 14.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 220.2 mg, Sugar 1 g
EGG ROLLS
Instead of ordering takeout, wrap your own chicken-and-vegetable-stuffed Egg Rolls from Food Network, then dip them in a homemade soy-sesame sauce.
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a wok or skillet, stir-fry the ginger and garlic in 2 tablespoons of oil until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add scallions, carrots, and red pepper and stir-fry over high heat for 2 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine the chicken broth, soy sauce, and sugar. Add the Napa cabbage and broth mixture. Bring to a boil and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft. Add sesame oil, cool for at least 15 minutes, and strain. Fold in the minced shrimp.
- Fill and roll the egg roll wrappers, using 1 tablespoon of filling for each roll. Working with 1 wonton wrapper at a time, place the wrapper with one corner of the diamond closest to you. Place 1 teaspoon of the filling in the center of the wrapper. Roll the corner closest to you over the filling. Brush the top corner with water. Fold in the sides of the wonton and continue rolling the egg roll up until it is closed. Press to seal, set aside, and continue with the remaining ingredients.
- In a skillet set over moderately high heat, heat the remaining oil and saute the egg rolls until golden brown on all sides, using tongs to turn them. Serve when cool enough to eat, with dipping sauce.
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
- Wine Suggestion: Beringer White Zinfandel
BAKED EGG ROLLS
These egg rolls are low in fat but the crispiness from baking will fool you into thinking they were fried! -Barbara Lierman, Lyons, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Coat a large skillet with cooking spray; heat pan over medium heat. Add the first 6 ingredients; cook and stir until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Add chicken; heat through. , In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, water, soy sauce, oil, brown sugar and cayenne until smooth; stir into chicken mixture. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened; remove from the heat., Spoon 1/4 cup chicken mixture on the bottom third of 1 egg roll wrapper; fold sides toward center and roll tightly. (Keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use.) Place seam side down on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Repeat., Spritz tops of egg rolls with cooking spray. Bake at 425° for 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Freeze option: Freeze cooled egg rolls in a freezer container, separating layers with waxed paper. To use, reheat rolls on a baking sheet in a preheated 350° oven until crisp and heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 250mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
IS IT EGG ROLL OR EGGROLL?
This recipe was a long time coming. I have been working on it for about 6 months. With the help of Bratty I was finally able to put it down on paper. It is all about the prep, chop before you start. This is not a whip it up in 10 minutes recipe but it makes enough for several meals. The number of egg rolls or eggrolls you get depends on if you add the bean sprouts. My friends and I get together and make them by the hundreds, of course that required more wine! Feel free to leave out any ingredient you do not like, there are no rules with these. Hope y'all like em.
Provided by riffraff
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h45m
Yield 25 eggrolls
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Brown the meat in a large pan.
- Add onion, garlic, ginger, carrots and some salt and pepper halfway through.
- Remove from heat when carrots are tender.
- Stir in cabbage and bean sprouts, this will help cool the mixture down.
- Taste it now and see if it needs any more salt, good huh.
- Drain this mixture VERY WELL, moisture is you enemy in this recipe.
- I put it in a colander with a plate on top and a weight.
- It will look like there are more veggies than meat, that is a good thing.
- Blot it with a paper towel, it does not have to be bone dry, just not puddling and it needs to be cool before rolling.
- We are almost there, have a glass of wine while you are waiting for it to cool!
- Stir occasionally in the colander to get the hiding moisture.
- Lay the wrapper so that one point is towards you.
- Put about about 3 tablespoons of mixture across the wrapper.
- Here is where I add a bit of cilantro, green onion, chopped hot pepper.
- Fold the point that is pointing at you up over the mixture.
- Now fold the corner on the right over that, now the point on the left and begin to roll till you get to the end.
- Moisten the last point and finish the roll.
- Freeze these individually on a cookie sheet covered with plastic wrap than put in freezer bags unless you are eating them right away.
- To cook them remove to a cookie sheet (do not thaw) and spray them with Pam, Bratty used garlic flavored and said it was good.
- Bake at 350 for about 10 minutes, turn over and spray again and bake another 10 to 15 minutes.
- They will not get all brown like fried ones but they will be crispy and delicious.
PORK EGG ROLLS
Plenty of ground pork and veggies make this take-out favorite quicker and tastier than delivery. The egg rolls can be fried or baked; surprisingly, calorie-wise, both are about the same.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Add cabbage, carrots, garlic, and ginger; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing, until vegetables are tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Raise heat to high; add pork and soy mixture. Cook, tossing, until pork is no longer pink and liquid has evaporated, 5 to 7 minutes; mix in scallions. Transfer mixture to a plate to cool. Lay wrappers flat on a work surface, and assemble egg rolls.
- In a 5-quart pot, heat remaining oil until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees. Working in batches of 4, and returning oil to 350 degrees for each batch, fry egg rolls until golden, turning occasionally, about 2 minutes; drain on paper towels. Serve with sweet-and-sour sauce and spicy mustard.
- To bake, not fry: If you prefer, these egg rolls can be baked. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet; place egg rolls on sheet and brush with cup oil. Bake until golden, about 10 minutes. Serve with sweet-and-sour sauce and spicy mustard. If baking from frozen, bake about 15 minutes.
- To freeze: Prepare egg rolls through step 2; freeze in a single layer until firm, at least 2 hours. Transfer to a resealable plastic bag; freeze up to 3 months. To fry from frozen, increase frying time in step 3 by about 3 minutes per batch.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 g, Fat 22 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 18 g
Tips:
- For crispy egg rolls, use a combination of vegetable oil and sesame oil.
- Make sure the egg roll wrappers are completely thawed before using.
- Brush the egg roll wrappers with oil before filling and rolling.
- Roll the egg rolls tightly to prevent them from splitting during frying.
- Fry the egg rolls in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the egg rolls with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Egg rolls are a delicious and versatile appetizer or main course. They can be filled with a variety of ingredients, making them a great way to use up leftovers. With a little practice, you can make perfect egg rolls at home. So next time you're looking for a tasty and easy-to-make snack or meal, give egg rolls a try!
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